Places to Eat

Discover the best restaurants and places to eat in Washington, DC

Dig in to one of the country’s hottest restaurant scenes – the nation’s capital is a can’t-miss culinary destination.

When you visit Washington, DC, you’ll experience a dining scene as colorful and eclectic as America itself. The District is rolling in accolades, as the city received its second Michelin Guide and was named restaurant city of the year by Bon Appétit and hottest food city by Zagat in 2016. That means you can expect each meal at every restaurant to be different. From crave-worthy dishes served by celebrity chefs to chili-smothered half-smokes served at a diner, DC’s local flavor has one thing in common: it’s all delicious. Get a taste of what’s to come.

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